Day 1: Ha Giang – Quan Ba Heaven’ Gate – Tham Ma Pass - H'Mong King Palace – Dong Van Ancient Town
Repas : petit-déjeuner : Vietnamese or American Breakfast
Tea/ Coffee, déjeuner : Vietnamese Family Meal: include rice, meat and vegetables, dîner : Vietnamese Family Meal: include rice, meat and vegetables.
Or chicken hotpot.
Meals: Breakfast includes Vietnamese or American options with tea/coffee. Lunch and Dinner feature Vietnamese Family Meals with rice, meat, and vegetables, or chicken hotpot.
Accommodation: Dormitory Beds
Start of Day 1
Ha Giang
1 h
Enjoy breakfast at 8:00 AM at Odyssey Hostel, choosing between an American or Vietnamese breakfast with tea/coffee.
Meet your tour guide at 8:30 AM to begin the loop. If you are driving yourself, you'll receive a brief lesson on motorbike operation before following the guide on a set schedule.
Quan Ba Heaven Gate
Quan Ba Heaven Gate
2 h
Explore Quan Ba Heaven Gate, a scenic spot offering views of mountains, valleys, and villages. Admire the iconic Twin Mountains, also known as the Fairy Breast Mountains, a pair of round hills steeped in local legend.
A stop at the checkpoint will allow for approximately 20-30 minutes to enjoy the scenery.
Lunch in Yen Minh
Yen Minh
1 h
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, enjoy lunch in Yen Minh Town. The meal typically includes rice, meat, egg, and vegetables. Vegetarian options are available upon prior request.
Tham Ma Pass
1 h
Experience the Tham Ma pass, a roughly 5 km stretch at an altitude of 1500 meters, characterized by its sharp zigzagging road. A checkpoint at the summit provides opportunities for photos of the winding road, often frequented by ethnic minority children with flowers.
A stop at the checkpoint will allow for approximately 20-30 minutes.
H'Mong King Palace
Dinh Vua Meo
2 h, entrée incluse
Visit the Hmong King Palace, the former residence of Hmong kings Vuong Chinh Duc and Vuong Chi Sinh. Built between 1902-1907, it showcases a blend of Hmong, French, and Chinese architectural styles with 64 rooms across three zones and a protective stone wall. Located in the Sa Phin valley, it is a recognized national relic.
Your visit here will last for approximately 1 hour. Entrance fee is included.
Evening in Dong Van Ancient Town
8 h, entrée incluse
After a day of riding, settle into Dong Van ancient town, nestled amidst rocky mountains. Discover its centuries-old houses, vibrant highland markets, and lively evenings. It serves as a cultural and commercial hub with cafes, restaurants, homestays, and souvenir shops.
Dinner is served between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM at a local restaurant, offering a choice of chicken hotpot or a Vietnamese Family Meal (rice, meat, egg, vegetables). Vegetarian meals are available upon request. Afterward, enjoy free time for optional activities like coffee, karaoke, drinks, or massage (not included in the tour).
Day 2: Dong Van Town - Ma Pi Leng Pass - Nho Que River - Du Gia Village
Repas : petit-déjeuner : Vietnamese or American Breakfast
Tea/ Coffee, déjeuner : Vietnamese Family Meal: include rice, meat and vegetables, dîner : Vietnamese Family Meal: include rice, meat and vegetables
Meals: Breakfast includes Vietnamese or American options with tea/coffee. Lunch and Dinner feature Vietnamese Family Meals with rice, meat, and vegetables.
Accommodation: Dormitory Beds
Morning Departure from Dong Van
30 min, entrée incluse
Check out at 8:00 AM after enjoying a Vietnamese breakfast.
Around 8:30 AM, begin your journey along the 4C road to continue exploring the Ha Giang Loop. This segment includes an entrance fee.
Ma Pi Leng Pass Exploration
Ma Pi Leng Pass
2 h
Traverse Ma Pi Leng Pass, renowned as one of Vietnam's most spectacular and challenging routes, stretching about 20 km at an elevation of 1,200-1,400 meters. This UNESCO Global Geopark offers breathtaking views of the Nho Que River and the Tu San Canyon, Southeast Asia's deepest canyon.
Stops will be made at viewpoints offering the best scenery, with a rest period of approximately 30-45 minutes.
Nho Que River Boat Trip
Nho Que River
2 h, entrée incluse
Embark on a boat trip along the Nho Que River for stunning perspectives of the Tu San Canyon and Ma Pi Leng Pass. This experience, lasting about 2 hours, includes a journey down the river and back up towards the mountain.
Entrance fee is included.
Lunch in Meo Vac
Meo Vac
1 h
After the morning's activities, head to Meo Vac Town for lunch, which includes rice, meat, and vegetables. Please inform us in advance if you require vegetarian options.
Following lunch, you will commence the return journey towards Ha Giang City.
Scenic Mau Due Road
2 h
Travel back towards Ha Giang City via the Mau Due road, a picturesque part of the Ha Giang loop. This route showcases authentic, non-touristic villages, rice fields, and mountains. Be prepared for a rugged and potentially bumpy terrain, requiring good driving skills and a reliable motorbike, especially during the rainy season.
Du Gia Village Experience
Du Gia
10 h
Arrive in Du Gia village, a tranquil destination within Du Gia National Park, known for its diverse ethnic minority groups like the Tay, Hmong, and Lo Lo, each with unique traditions. Visit the Du Gia waterfall, located just 5 km away, for swimming and enjoying the scenery.
This segment of the journey lasts approximately 10 hours and offers views of mountains, rice fields, and traditional wooden houses.
Day 3: Du Gia Village - Road 181 - Lung Tam Weaving Village - Ha Giang City
Repas : petit-déjeuner : Vietnamese breakfast, déjeuner : Vietnamese Family Meal: include rice, meat and vegetables
Meals: Breakfast includes a Vietnamese option. Lunch features a Vietnamese Family Meal with rice, meat, and vegetables.
Accommodation: None specified for this day.
Morning from Du Gia
Du Gia
30 min
Enjoy breakfast between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, then begin the return journey to Ha Giang City.
Road 181 Journey
passage sans arrêt
Travel along Road 181, a notably beautiful route on the way back to Ha Giang.
Lung Tam Weaving Village Visit
2 h
Explore Lung Tam weaving village, where you can observe the traditional Hmong linen weaving process, a craft passed down through generations. Located at the foot of a mountain in Quan Ba district, the village is home to Hmong households who cultivate hemp and create various linen products. The intricate weaving process involves 41 steps, utilizing natural materials and handmade techniques to produce unique, colorful patterns reflecting Hmong culture.
This visit lasts approximately 2 hours.
Arrival in Ha Giang City
Ha Giang
2 h
Arrive back in Ha Giang City around 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This timing allows for those wishing to catch the 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM bus to Hanoi.
From the main street bus station, turn left onto Nguyen Trai Street. Proceed for 300 meters until you see a small lane marked with the Odyssey Hostel sign. Enter the lane and continue for 200 meters to reach Odyssey Hostel.
From the main street bus station, turn left onto Nguyen Trai Street. Proceed for 300 meters until you see a small lane marked with the Odyssey Hostel sign. Enter the lane and continue for 200 meters to reach Odyssey Hostel.
We offer pickup services from any location you specify, including Hanoi city, Hanoi Old Square, or Ha Giang city. If you are in Ha Giang city, pickup will be one hour before the tour starts.
If you are in Hanoi or another city, we can assist with booking your bus to our location.
For travelers arriving at Noi Bai Airport, pickup can be arranged from the airport or nearby areas by bus, provided the booking is made at least 6 hours before the tour commences.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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